Overview

• Óscar Muñoz, a prominent journalist at La Vanguardia since 1995, passed away early Friday at the age of 53 after a prolonged fight with cancer.
• Muñoz was a key figure in covering Barcelona's local news, reporting on antiglobalization protests, immigration issues, and urban planning debates over three decades.
• He served as vice president and president of La Vanguardia’s workers’ committee for nine years, guiding colleagues through the challenging economic period of the 2008 real estate crisis.
• Despite his illness, Muñoz remained committed to journalism, continuing to report between treatments; his final article will be published this Sunday.
• Respected by colleagues and management alike, Muñoz is remembered for his meticulous reporting, fairness, and unwavering dedication to his craft and community.